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FDH Aero Expands Singapore Facility to Boost APAC Aerospace Supply Chain
FDH Aero has doubled its Singapore facility at Seletar Aerospace Park to improve supply chain speed and autonomy for the Asia-Pacific aerospace market.
This article is based on an official press release from FDH Aero and additional background data regarding the Singapore Airshow 2026.
FDH Aero, a global provider of supply chain solutions for the aerospace and defense sectors, has officially opened its newly expanded facility at Seletar Aerospace Park in Singapore. The announcement, made on February 2, 2026, coincides with the eve of the Singapore Airshow 2026, marking a strategic push to solidify the company’s presence in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region.
According to the company’s official statement, the expansion effectively doubles FDH Aero’s operational footprint in Singapore. The upgraded facility is designed to transition the location from a standard logistics hub into a comprehensive regional distribution center capable of serving East and South Asia with greater autonomy and speed.
The expansion at Seletar Aerospace Park involves a significant reconfiguration of FDH Aero’s physical infrastructure. The company has added a completely new floor dedicated to executive offices and modern meeting suites, intended to foster closer collaboration with regional customers.
Simultaneously, the original floor space has been repurposed entirely for operations and warehousing. This shift allows the company to increase the volume of stock held locally, covering hardware, electrical components, and consumables. By positioning inventory closer to the point of use, FDH Aero aims to mitigate the supply chain delays that have historically impacted the aviation sector.
Matthew Lacki, President of FDH Hardware, emphasized the scale of this investment in the company’s press announcement:
“The grand opening of our expanded Singapore facility represents a significant milestone in our continued investment in the Asia-Pacific region. By doubling our space, we are increasing the scale and service of our operations, and empowering our local FDH Aero and PDQ Airspares teams with the environment they need to engage with customers and provide supply chain solutions locally.”
A primary driver behind this expansion is the decentralization of command. Historically, multinational aerospace distributors have often relied on approvals from headquarters in the United States or Europe, creating time-zone latency in critical supply chain decisions.
FDH Aero stated that the new Singapore facility is structured to empower local teams to make real-time decisions. This operational autonomy is expected to drastically reduce lead times for airlines and MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) providers in the region. Cody Ho, Managing Director of FDH Aero APAC, highlighted the importance of this cultural and operational shift:
“We are bringing strategic decision-making closer to our customers, so they can confidently act in real-time within one of the world’s fastest growing aviation markets. Our team is local and understands the unique cultural and technical needs of this market.”
The timing of this expansion aligns with broader industry trends observed by AirPro News. By launching the facility immediately prior to the Singapore Air-Shows 2026, FDH Aero is positioning itself to capture attention during Asia’s largest aerospace event. The location at Seletar Aerospace Park places the distributor in the immediate vicinity of over 60 major aerospace companies, including key engine manufacturers and MRO firms.
Furthermore, this infrastructure growth supports FDH Aero’s evolving partnerships in the region. Industry data indicates that the APAC region is projected to be the fastest-growing aviation market globally. The expanded capacity is likely a necessary step to fulfill long-term agreements, such as the company’s strategic partnership with COMAC to support the C919 aircraft platform, a deal solidified in late 2024. By holding more inventory “in-region,” suppliers can better insulate Asian carriers from global logistics disruptions.
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